Progesterone deficiency

[Jalapeñomel]

So my doc put me on progesterone to jump start my period (she's co rodent that if I can get my progesterone to normal levels, I can have a healthy pregnancy), and then referred me to an RE (she's amazing...I'm so glad I decided to change again).

Anyway, I read the brittle nails, cracked heels, and acne could all be signs of progesterone deficiency. Besides the short LP and spotting, I did not realize these are symptoms. Also the fact that I had PPROM should've clued everyone in.

I've struggled with all of these things for the last 5 or so months, and I wish my previous doctors had taken me more seriously when I mentioned it to them.

I thought I'd write it here in case you have these issues as well, and to keep looking for a doc who is in your corner.

[seeyalater52]

I'm so glad you got a referral and will hopefully get some answers! Will they test your progesterone when you go in to see your new doc? I have all these symptoms but they also overlap with other symptoms of other things I do or might have (lol wtf) and I'm pushing to have progesterone as part of my workup this cycle. Even my RE kind of thinks it's probably not that likely but I'm a "what if" kind of gal. I really hope this does the trick for you and you're able to supplement and get pregnant!

[grover]

I had no idea cracked heels were related!

Normally my LP is 14 days, but my RE had me taking progesterone suppositories starting a week after our IUI last time. Then it continued through 10 weeks. I hated taking them because I gained a ton of weight then, but it's already on the back of my mind if we are somehow able to conceive on our own this time.

[melsamoony]

I am glad you got such good info today and are happy with your new doc. Fx this is your answer and you get a sticky baby.

[somersault72]

I'm so glad you have such a great doc. Your new plan sounds incredibly promising. I'm going to talk to my doctor about testing mine just in case.

[compassrose]

I really like your new doc! It's so nice to be listened to and taken seriously. I hope this is your answer Jalapeñomel!

[lovelyshoes]

This dr sounds great! It's amazing what a difference that makes.
My dr retired and I haven't found anyone nearly as good, so I get it. We met with an RE last month's and although I think he's nice, I don't feel he's the right one. It's so hard to find the right care.
I hope this is it for you.